Jessie Anna GRANT nee HULME Obituary

Jessie Anna HULME, was an older sister of my maternal great-grandmother Ada May HULME. 

Jessie died on the 21st of September, 1918 at the very young age of 38 years.

She was born at Oxley, North East Victoria, on the 28th of January 1880, the third daughter of Joseph HULME and Anna Dorothea nee BARTSH.

Jessie married Walter Alfred GRANT 

Wangaratta Chronicle 25 September 1918

http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article92112274

In my grandmother's photo album is a postcard photo of young Ossie Maxwell Joffre GRANT at 5 years of age.

I think from memory my great-grandmother was known as Auntie Top.

Jessie and Walter moved down to Melbourne, probably to be near the hospital.  After Jessie's death, going by information on the electoral roll entries, I think Walter was living with his sister, Ethel Grace GRANT.  Perhaps she looked after Ossie for him.

Sepia Saturday 356 - Waterfront photos

The photo prompt for this weeks Sepia Saturday brought to mind a couple of photos taken by my paternal grandmother, Brenda FORSYTH, who was an avid photographer. All her photos were developed for slide format.

My Dad gave me her hundreds of slides.

Nana's hobby was gardening so most of them were of plants and gardens taken on bus trips with the local gardening club.

I found a few which were of people and recognisable landmarks.

Our favourite local pool was Shepparton's Raymond West swimming pool which sadly no longer exists. 

The photo below was taken on a quiet day at the pool.

It was usually crowded.

Shepparton's Raymond West swimming pool possibly late 1960s - early 1970s

Many other nostalgic photos of our pool have been shared on the Lost Shepparton Facebook page 

Another popular Summertime location was, and still is, the lake foreshore at Yarrawonga.

 That reminds me of the song by our iconic Australian country music singer, Slim Dusty, "I'm going back again to Yarrawonga"

The song was actually written during World War One for Ella Shields
Further information can be seen at The National Library of Australia Website

I'll linger longer at Yarrawonga

"I'll Linger Longer at Yarrawonga"

Read more SEPIA SATURDAY contributions HERE

News of the day back then - Happy Birthday Dad

Happy Birthday Dad

What was news on the day you were born

SUMMARY OF TO-DAY'S NEWS - The Age (Melbourne, Vic. : 1854 - 1954)
 from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article205970053

You and your Dad

Me and my Dad

Transcription:

Age (Melbourne, Vic. : 1854 - 1954), 

SUMMARY OF TO-DAY'S NEWS

Peace Moves in Spain

Diplomatic Circles in Paris are optimistic regarding the prospects of a cessation of the civil war in Spain as the result of a second interview between M Berard, a former Federal Minister, and the Nationalist Foreign

Minister. (Page 11.) 

Britain's Pledge to France. 

Following Mr. Chamberlain's recent pledge to France, some members of the House of Commons suggest that the only means of implementing the promise is to be prepared to send an expeditionary force to the Continent at a moment's notice. (Page 11.) 

Crisis in Syria.  

The Syrian government has resigned, declaring that it will no longer recognise the French mandate and demanding the control of the customs and defence. (Page 11.) 

Missing in Central Australia. 

A party, which includes a woman and a baby, has been missing for nine days in Central Australia. (Page 11.) . 

Transport Act Revision. 

Several suggestions for improving the operation of the Transport Act. will be made by the Commercial Motor Users-Association when the Minister of Transport reviews the regulations. (Page 10.) 

Road Plan Abandoned. 

Because it has been unable to obtain a guarantee that the land will not be .required for future railway extensions, the City Council has abandoned a plan to construct a new road to link Queens and Spencer street bridges. (Page 10.) 

Exhibition Oval Lease. 

In an action commenced before Mr. Justice Martin yesterday, Mr. Barry, M.L.A., is contesting the legality of the action of the Exhibition trustees in leasing the sports oval to Jacob Campbell. (Page 7.) 

Record Enlistments. 

Last week a record number of 3500 enlistments was made to the militia forces. Only 8741 recruits are now required to reach the objective of 70,000. (Page 12.)

Air Court Proposal. 

Federal Cabinet is expected next month to institute an air court, presided over by a magistrate in each State. (Page 10.) 

Radio Profits Fall

Reaction after completion of Test cricket broadcasts is one of the main influences blamed by B.R. (Radio) Ltd. for the decline in profits, causing directors to decide no preference or ordinary interim dividend for the half year; should be declared. (Page 9.)  

Control of Public Works. 

Efforts to coordinate control of State public works on a national basis are likely to be made soon by the Federal Cabinet. (Page 10.) 

Work For Youth

Youths receiving training under the Commonwealth and State scheme are being drafted into industry. 

A review of the position was given by the Minister yesterday. (Page 12.)

Threat to Insurance 

Destructive moves for the indefinite postponement of the national insurance scheme will be made at a meeting of the joint Ministerial parties on March 1. The meeting, which it is considered will have a distinct effect on the reputation of the Government, is being awaited with intense interest. (Page 11.) 

Cool Stores Razed. 

£25,000 damage was caused when fire destroyed the Blackburn Cool Stores early yesterday morning. (Page 7.) 

Royal Commissioner's Complaint. 

Judge Stretton complained at Colac that mill owners were ignoring the Royal Commission on Bush Fires and that to get their evidence he might subpoena them to attend in Melbourne. (Page 12.) 

Timber Salvage. 

A huge dam may be constructed by the Government at Noojee to submerge and preserve logs from the devastated bushfire areas. (Page 15.) 

Murder Trial Evidence. 

The Crown case at the trial of George Green, chimney sweep, of Heidelberg, who is charged with the murder of two women, was outlined in the Criminal Court yesterday. (Page 7.) 

Rich Maffra Areas. 

The Minister of Water Supply admitted yesterday that areas at Maffra were suitable for irrigation, but stated that any extension meant an application to the Loan Council. (Page 15.) 

Ajax Out of Newmarket. 

Ajax was scratched yesterday morning for the Newmarket Handicap. (Page 5.) 

Holding the Ball Rule. 

The move supported by the Victorian League to have the holding the ball rule altered has failed. (Page 6.)

Getting to know me

What a great idea for a meme.

Recently a few Genimates have shared this meme which originated on Facebook where there is a wonderful and very supportive community of Geneabloggers.  

I would feel very alone in my hobby without them.


And as my blog is being preserved by the National Library of Australia through Pandora my responses should be available for some years to come if any family are ever interested.

1. Who are you named after? - Both my Dad and Mum.  Dad is Kerry, Mum, Joan.

2. Last time you cried? - Yesterday, I was feeling rather fragile.


3. Do you like your handwriting? - I did once but so much typing now has really made my handwriting suffer.  Or is that just an age thing?

4. What is your favourite lunch meat? - Chicken (real, not processed)

5. Do you still have your tonsils? - Yes

6. Would you bungee jump? - NO WAY

7. What is your favourite kind of cereal? - Porridge

8. Do you untie your shoes when you take them off? - Nope

9. Do you think you are strong? - Not really

10. Favourite ice cream? - Vanilla

11. What is the first thing you notice about a person? - general appearance.

12. Football or baseball? - Tennis

13. What colour pants are you wearing? - Black.

14. Last thing you ate? - Leftovers

15. What are you listening to? - Birds.

16. If you were a crayon, what colour would you be? - Purple

17. What is your favourite smell? - Roses 

18. Who was the last person you spoke to on the phone? - Insurance rep (no disaster, just a renewal)

19. Married? - Yes for 37 years, 2 months and 28 days nearly to the hour

20. Hair colour? - Grey now but disguised auburn.

21. Eye colour? Brown

22. Favourite food to eat? - Anything someone else cooks.

23. Scary movies or happy endings? - Happy endings.

24. Last movie you watched? - Obviously something not worth remembering.  

25. What colour shirt are you wearing? - Blue

26. Favourite holiday? - Visiting family both here in Australia and in New Zealand

27. Beer or Wine? - definitely wine.

28. Night owl or morning person? - Night.  Although recently I uploaded my genealogy FTDNA raw data to DNA Land and their result came up as most likely a morning person.  Not sure how they come to that conclusion.

29. Favourite day of the week? - Any day that I can pursue my genealogy  obsession  hobby.

If you'd like to join in - Just copy my post, paste it on your page, and then put your own answers! It's a fun way to learn more about friends near and far.

Suburban publican fined

Margaret Morgan, nee O'Meara, licensee of the Cross Keys Hotel, North Essendon was found guilty.

5th Blogiversary and Happy Birthday Bud

Today is the 5th birthday of my blog.

I have thoroughly enjoyed recording my family history and still do.

Today is also the birthday of my lovely stepdad.

Happy Happy birthday Bud xxx

This is a card Bud's parents received on his birth from his Dad's Canadian Army commander.

STATEMENT BY THE PRIME MINISTER, THE RT. HON. HAROLD HOLT

STATEMENT BY THE PRIME MINISTER,

THE RT. HON. HAROLD HOLT IN THE

HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

19TH OCTOBER, 1967

APPOINTMENTS OF NATIONAL LIBRARIAN

AND PARLIAMENTARY LIBRARIAN

From 1st January, 1968, the two positions of National
Librarian and Parliamentary Librarian, which to date have been
vested in the one office, will be separated in recognition of
the development of the two libraries and the completion of the
new National Library building next year.
Mr. H. L. White, C. B. i3., who has performed the dual
functions since 1947, will occupy the newly created statutory
office of National Librarian and, by virtue of this appointment,
will vacate the office of Parliamentary Librarian.
On the recommendation of the presiding officers of
the Parliament, Mr. A. P. Fleming, Special Commercial
Adviser, Department of Trade and Industry, who is at present
stationed in London, will be promoted as Parliamentary Librarian
with the particular responsibility of developing the recently
established Legislative Research Service for the Parliament.
The appointment of Mr. WVhite and the promotion of
Mr. Fleming follow an amendment to the National Library Act
earlier this year. This will assist the separation of the
functions of the two libraries. NVhile it might be somewhat
overstating it to describe this separation as something of a
milestone in Parliamentary and national history, there is no
doubt it is of great importance because it marks a point in
our development where we have found two separate institutions
to be necessary. Perhaps the House would allow me to mention briefly
the Mr. White, who will assume the post of National Librarian,
has since 1947 held with distinction both that post and the
post of Parliamentary Librarian. He has actually been in the
service of the Parliament for 45 years a longer period, I
understand, than anyone else. We wish him success in his new
and important office.

ALLAN P. FLEMING,
PARLIAMENTARY LIBRARIAN ELECT
Mr. Fleming is aged 55 and is a Bachelor of Arts of
Melbourne University. Before and immediately after the war he was a
journalist with the Argus and the Courier Mail. Mr. Fleming
served in the rising from Private in 1939 to the rank
of Lt. Colonel in 1943. He held several appointments, the last
being General Staff Officer I ( Operations, Land Headquarters).
He was awarded the O. B. E. and twice mentioned in Despatches.
His work with the Commonwealth Public Service since
the war has been widely varied. It has included the planning
and conduct of research as the first Director of the Joint
Intelligence Bureau and later Controller of Joint Service
organisations within the Department of Defence until 1958.
It has also covered since substantial negotiation
and conference for the Department of Trade first as Trade
Commissioner in Paris and London, then as First Assistant
Secretary in charge of the International Trade Relations
Division, and since 1966 as Special Commercial Adviser in
London. Mr. Fleming has been a member or leader of delegations
to G. A. T. T. and United Nations conferences on trade
and development.

http://pmtranscripts.pmc.gov.au/release/transcript-1691

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